I am half-asian and half-caucasian, and as long as I can remember, I've been self conscious about the tip of my nose. Would it be possible to reduce the tip to create a more slender shape, without grafting cartilage or altering the bridge? Maybe make it more countered to my bridge? I'd prefer not to reduce the width, given the proportions of my face. It's just the awful bump at the end that overwhelms my otherwise defined bridge! I'd also appreciate a rough estimate!
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Answer: Rhinoplasty to narrow and refine a bulbous tip to appear smaller & more feminine
Every surgeon is different with their guidelines. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon regarding what they advise for before and after surgery. There are certain things that we recommend avoiding 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after surgery, which include but are not limited to various...
Hi from Istanbul, thanks for your question. Having strong nasal cartilages is crucial in rhinoplasty as they provide essential support, particularly in the tip area, creating more defined nose contours. Common issues, especially in ethnic rhinoplasty patients and those with thicker skin, include...